Controls Engineer

Job Title:
Controls Engineer

Job Description

The Controls Engineer designs and develops PLC programs for material handling equipment. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of equipment, business, and customer requirements that drive the design of technical solutions. The role involves participating in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including analysis, design, electrical designs, installation support, and debugging. The Controls Engineer works independently to resolve site requirement changes and support solutions to complete designed equipment installation.

• Program systems to support equipment requirements in collaboration with internal engineering/project management and customers.
• Support electrical installation by interfacing with electrical installers.
• Debug electrical installation of controls and motor components.

• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering
• Proficiency in PLC programming, specifically with Allen-Bradley and Rockwell RSLogix
• Experience with automation and material handling equipment, including conveyors and Studio 5000
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Ability to travel 65-75% of the time

• Experience with state-of-the-art automation software
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

This position requires travel 65%-75% of the time, with travel across the country to client sites. The typical schedule involves a 10-day on-site period followed by 4 days off. Travel expenses are covered, and candidates are eligible for a daily per diem. The work environment is dynamic, as the company is growing within the warehouse automation industry, offering opportunities to work with advanced technologies and a diversified client base.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully remote position. Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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